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SMcli command execution failure when repeatedly rebooting controller

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Applies to

  • E-Series
  • SANtricity OS

Issue

When executing SMcli commands repeatedly to reset the controller, the command occasionally fails with the following error message:
 
The management software has detected an internal service has not become available following a controller a reboot. Check the Recovery Guru, resolve any controller issues, and retry the operation. If the problem persists, contact your Technical Support Engineer.

 

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